First Student names new location manager
Joe Eversole oversees all transportation operations for four lots in Cincinnati. He has more than 14 years of experience in the pupil transportation industry, including serving as location manager for First Student Columbus, Ohio, from 2010 to 2012.
CINCINNATI — First Student recently named Joe Eversole its location manager here, where he oversees all transportation operations for four lots.
Cincinnati Public Schools is among the districts in the area that First Student serves for which Eversole oversees the safety and maintenance.
“Joe has the skills and the expertise needed to lead our Cincinnati team,” said Scott Turney, First Student area general manager. “His experience in the transportation industry, as well as with First Student, is a real asset to our organization and the community we serve.”
Eversole has more than 14 years of experience in the transportation industry, including serving as location manager for First Student Columbus, Ohio, from 2010 to 2012.
Prior to joining First Student, Eversole was a manager at UPS and DHL. In addition, he spent three years as a route manager for Waste Management.
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